The sorrow of Mary as she stood faithfully before the Cross of Christ helps us to engage our grief. When we acknowledge our sorrows, we call upon the saving strength of Jesus to pass through our pain into healing joy.
September 15, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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This feast concentrates our attention on the instrument of our salvation, as we thank the Lord who offered himself as the perfect sacrifice that restores us to right relationship with God. May we gaze upon the Cross of Christ with grateful hearts each and every day!
September 14, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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A Roman centurion displays extraordinary faith in the Lord when he approaches Jesus for a healing request.
September 13, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the main themes that surface in the readings for the 25th Sunday of the Year.
September 13, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus makes it clear that to follow him means that we will carry a cross. As we confront whatever is hard and difficult in our lives today, may we open our hearts to God's grace at work within us...trusting that the one who was victorious over his cross will transform our own as well.
September 11, 2021 - St. William Catholic Church - Foxboro, WI
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When our words and actions follow the teaching of Jesus Christ, we find our lives are built on a rock solid foundation that withstands the storms of life.
September 11, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus offers sound wisdom. Before we can point out the "splinters" in someone's eye, we need to take care of our own! This is not just about physical sight, but it applies to the spiritual obstacles that prevent us from seeing God's grace at work in our hearts.
September 10, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Sometimes the daily Mass readings are nuggets of wisdom that can guide us in direct and practical ways. The reading from Colossians and the Gospel of Luke are perfect examples today. Enjoy and savor them!
September 9, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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On this feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary we hear in the Gospel of Matthew the genealogy of Jesus as the context for the birth of the Lord. The reading demonstrates how we are part of the larger story of salvation history; God works in and through countless lives to weave together our journey from this life to the next.
September 8, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Luke's Gospel reveals how Jesus called the Twelve Apostles by name to participate in his earthly ministry. The Lord continues to call forth new disciples who will offer their lives for service in the world. Are we ready?
September 7, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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When the going gets tough, the tough turn to the Lord! The Psalm response articulates the source of our strength, especially in difficult moments in life.
September 6, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the key themes in readings for the 24th Week of the Year.
September 6, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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In every age there are situations and circumstances that foster fear in our hearts. Our answer? We turn to the Lord in faith for the healing grace we need to face the obstacles that frighten us. In other words, we place our hope in Christ for the strength we need each and every day.
September 5, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The first reading from the Letter to the Colossians reminds us of the gravity of sin and the hope we have in Christ to persevere in faith.
September 4, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The first reading from the Letter to the Colossians offers a beautiful hymn in praise of Christ; may we pause and reflect on the Lord today and make a fitting hymn of praise with the gift of our lives.
September 3, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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After Jesus speaks to the crowds from Peter's boat, the Lord changes Peter's life forever...making him a fisher of men.
September 2, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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In Luke's Gospel the crowds grow in response to the healing and teaching of Christ, who moves on to other villages so that more people might discover the Good News.
September 1, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Luke's Gospel recounts an exchange between Jesus and an unclean demon, revealing how evil recognizes and yields to the authority of Christ.
August 31, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The first reading - commonly read at funerals - offers a profound sense of hope as it connects our lives to the great mystery of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
August 30, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Here are some of the major themes running through the readings for this 23rd Sunday of the Year.
August 30, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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What's growing in the spiritual garden of our hearts? The Letter of James urges us to welcome the Word of God that was planted in us and become doers, not just hearers.
August 28, 2021 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI
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The Gospel parable of the three servants who have been given different amounts of "talents" (money) serves as a sobering reminder for us: how we use the gift of our lives here on earth has supernatural consequences in Heaven.
Building on the Gospel reading from yesterday we see how crucial it is for us to be prepared as we follow Jesus Christ through this life. It begs a question: what preparations do we need to make today?
August 27, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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Jesus urges the disciples to stay awake and be prepared for the day of the Lord's return.
August 26, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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The Psalm response today expresses the truth that we are known by God. This knowledge, rather than keeping us away because of our weaknesses and failures, invites us to return to the One who loves us...even when we sin.
August 25, 2021 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI
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